Stimming- behavior that involves repetitive movements or sounds that people with autism may engage in. Helps them manage excess energy or when they are going through sensory overload.. This is us at church this morning. We had her ear cancellation earpiece but she refused to wear it. Sometimes these behaviours can be embarrassing for parents to cope hence their refusal to take them for social functions.. It is ok even when people are looking on.( pple were actually staring at us) Use the opportu

Stimming is a repetitive behavior that involves self-stimulation, such as body movements, vocal noises, or sensory stimulation #autismfamily #autismawareness #autismparent #autismsupport | The Spectrum And Me

Stimming or self-stimulatory behaviour related to Autism is a repetitive or unusual body movement or/and noises. Stimming often involves hand and finger mannerisms of one or more of the following:- •finger flicking •hand flapping •head banging •rocking body back and forth while sitting or standing. For ADAM, he will make noise, rock back and forth and he would slap his right knee or leg, and sometimes on his chest, on table tops, or the wall. Many have asked what causes stimming exactly? The obv

🧠✨ Understanding Stimming: What School Staff Need to Know Stimming is a natural and meaningful way many children regulate their bodies, emotions, attention, and thinking. While it’s often misunderstood, research and autistic lived experience show that stimming is not misbehavior—it’s a powerful regulation and communication tool. In this video, school-based therapists, teachers, and support staff will learn: 🔹 What stimming really is 🔹 Why students use stimming to regulate and think 🔹 The bra